Which of the following are the most important factors in reducing disp

Which of the following are the most important factors in reducing disparities in health outcomes between different cultural groups? (Select all that apply.)

a. A strong family structure
b. Access to a health care provider
c. Access to transportation
d. Health care insurance
e. Having ongoing employment
f.
Owning one’s own home

ESSAYBID ANSWER

ANS: B, D
Disparities in health care can be reduced or even eliminated when adults have health care insurance and a medical home defined as a setting that provides patients with timely, well-organized care and enhanced access to providers. According to the Commonwealth Fund (2007), when adults have insurance and a medical home, “their access to needed care, receipt of routine preventive screenings, and management of chronic conditions improve substantially.” Thus, having a strong family structure, access to transportation, ongoing employment, and owning one’s own home are not nearly as important as having health insurance and a medical home.